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Why do I need root canal therapy?

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Written by Gage Dental Care

Published: 02 January 2019

The root canal treatment is fairly simple and straight forward procedure recommended for people with dental pain, inflammation or infection in the root of the tooth. The most common cause of root canal infection is bacterial infection resulting from tooth damage or decay. The other great candidates for root canal treatment are those with infections affecting the internal structures of the teeth, especially the dental pulp. The pulp is a connective, soft tissue found inside the tooth. It plays a critical role in aiding the emergence and maturation of teeth.

The pulp is highly adept at sending signals to the root of the tooth should it experience pressure or changes in temperature. If the pulp is seriously infected, the dental expert may be forced to extract the teeth to prevent the spread of infection. An endodontist usually performs the treatment by uncovering the pulp. Once the pulp is opened, the endodontist cleans, disinfects and shapes the root canals. The final last step of treatment is placing the filling on the open space. People with root canal infection usually experience the following signs and symptoms:

Swelling of the gum

Excruciating pain in the tooth

Discoloration of the affected tooth

If you experience any of the above listed symptoms, be sure you discuss it with your dentist. Before recommending root canal treatment, the dentist will first check the tooth to see if can be treated because extremely damaged teeth must be removed to ease pain. The treatment is often conducted using powerful pain relievers to control pain and discomfort. Gage Dental Care offer root canal treatment in East Los Angeles, is licensed to offer root canal treatment and other dental services. The treatment is covered by various health insurance providers operating in California.